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Gonzo strawbale layers and topplate #1

3 layers of  2-string strawbales laid on top of the rammed earth tires, all pinned with bamboo every 2'. First layer of strawbales skewered with the 4' rebar into the earth. Top plate made of 2 x 12's laid directly onto strawbales. After 2nd top plate is set, 5/8"  polypropylene strapping is used to compress the bales, laid under the tires and over the topplates for the load bearing strawbales.